INSPECTION REPORT Health Protection LQUN-D28UGR

PREMISES NAME I Am Pho		Tel: (778) 928-6083 Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS 110 - 100 Schoolhouse St Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V9		INSPECTION DATE February 7, 2024	TIME SPENT 1 hour
OPERATOR (Person in Charge) Hoang Anh Quoc		NEXT INSPECTION DATE 6 Months
INSPECTION TYPE Routine
ACTION TAKEN		FOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE Information Provided	ENFORCEMENT Require Corrections	Comply In Use Food Safety Training [s. 10] Yes Food Safety Plan [s. 23] Yes Yes Sanitation Plan [s. 24] Yes No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: Low (≤15) Total Score = 11

Critical Hazards: Total Number: 1

203 - Food not cooled in an acceptable manner [s. 12(a)] Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hot, cooked meat was being cooled in a sealed plastic bag in an ice bath, with a fan blowing on it. The meat was hot to the touch as the closed bag was not allowing the hot air out so the meat was not cooling down quickly. This will allow bacteria to multiply on the meat. Corrective Action(s): Immediately remove the meat from the bag and place it in a metal insert. Place the metal insert into the ice bath and place in front of the fan. During the inspection, staff completed the changes. Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2

306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)] Observation: 1) Accumulation of food and grease found on the exhaust canopy; on the floor under and behind equipment, sinks, & shelving units; and between cooking equipment (deep fryer and flat grill). These conditions will attract mice and flies. 2) Ice machine has mildew growing on the inner surfaces in the ice bin. The mildew could contaminate the ice and make patrons ill. Corrective Action(s): 1) Wash and scrub the mentioned areas every day to remove the grease and food. Use degreaser on the exhaust canopy and cooking equipment to remove the food and grease. 2) Turn off the ice machine and empty it. Wash the inside of the ice bin and the surface with hot, soapy water to remove the mildew. Rinse with hot water and then sanitize. **Correction date: Today** Violation Score: 3 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19] Observation: 1) Paper towels was covering food inserts in the assembly cooler. Paper towel is not a material that is durable, sealed or cleanable. It could encourage bacteria to grow on food or transfer bacteria to other food items. 2) Raw, unsealed wood storage shelves, in the front bar area, storing items that will touch food (take-out containers, straws, napkins, etc.). The wood will absorb spilt food and is not cleanable, this will attract pests. Corrective Action(s): 1) Immediately remove the paper towels and throw them away. Immediately stop using paper towels and newpapers to cover food or absorb moisture. Only cover food with lids. During the inspection, staff threw away the paper towels. 2) Paint the wood storage shelves with a light colored paint to seal the wood so it is sealed, durable, and cleanable. **Correction date: Feb. 28/24** Violation Score: 3

Follow Up to "Critical" Violations Noted on Previous Inspections (if applicable): No corrections entered

Comments

A routine inspection was completed: - Coolers 4C or colder; freezers -13C or colder; hot holding units above 60C; and thermometers present. - Low temp dishwasher had [Cl2] of 100ppm during the rinse cycle, as per test strip. - Quats sanitizer in spray bottles had a strength of 200ppm. - Hand sinks stocked with liquid soap, paper towels, and running hot and cold water. - All foods stored in food grade containers; covered; date coded; labelled; foods stored in groups with proteins separate or below RTE foods; and foods stored 6" off the floor. - Aluminum foil lining surfaces are changed nightly. - No expired foods in use or for sale. FIFO rules being followed. - General sanitation level is good. Improvement needed in the mentioned areas. - Exhaust canopy and filters next professional service and cleaning due in May 2024. - No signs of pests. A professional company contracted on a monthly basis to monitor for pests. - Valid FoodSafe certified staff present.